Overview
Vanta for Precious Metals Analysis
When accuracy and confidence count, Vanta™ handheld XRF analyzers provide immediate, on-site elemental measurements for analyzing precious metals including gold, platinum, silver, and rhodium.
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for precious metals analysis offer the flexibility for a variety of applications including:
- Jewelry analysis
- On-the-spot analysis of gold karat percentage
- Car catalyst recycling
- Gold bar analysis
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Rugged
Vanta analyzers are durable for increased uptime and a low cost of ownership.
Vanta analyzers are IP55 rated* to withstand rain, dirt, and dust and are drop tested using U.S. Department of Defense methods (MIL-STD-810G) to help prevent breakages and costly repairs.
Vanta analyzers can withstand a temperature range of -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), so you spend less time waiting for your analyzer to cool, even in hot environments.**
The tough Kapton® window helps protect the detector from damage and costly repairs.
* M Series analyzers are IP54 rated.
** With optional fan. Operated continuously at 33 °C without the fan.
Revolutionary
The Vanta Series’ Axon™ technology uses ultra-low-noise electronics, enabling higher X-ray counts per second for fast, accurate, and repeatable results.
Axon technology coupled with a new quad-core processor make Vanta analyzers remarkably responsive, pushing the limits of performance, so you get the best results in the least amount of time.
Axon technology provides test-to-test and instrument-to-instrument repeatability, so your first test is the same as your last test no matter what instrument you may use.
Productive
Vanta analyzer’s customizable interface is easy to use and intuitive, so even users with minimal experience can be trained quickly. Users can access most features from the main menu in just 1 or 2 steps. Other features include:
- Grade Match Messaging guides the operator with customizable instructions.
- Data management is easy with GPS and optional Wireless LAN.
- The onboard aiming camera helps create a record of the material analyzed.
Specifications
Core: 1.85 kg (4.06 lb) with battery, 1.62 kg (3.56 lb) without battery
Core: Silicon drift detector with graphene window
Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity non-condensing
Vanta Core: IP55* dust protected and protected from low-pressure water jets from all directions
Max and Core: Solid detector shutter to help prevent detector damage
*In-use position
(1) USB 2.0 Type Mini-B port for connection to computer
--- *High temperature performance may vary due to electrical component availability.
Vanta for Car Catalyst Recycling
Vanta for Car Catalyst Recycling
Vanta™ analyzers provide excellent performance when measuring precious metals in catalytic converters. Combustion engine automobiles are equipped with catalytic converters that help reduce harmful emissions such as carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). Certain chemical reactions in the converter transform the harmful substances into carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O) and nitrogen (N). To optimize and speed up these reactions, catalyst elements, such as the three platinum group metals (PGM) platinum (Pt), palladium (Pd), and rhodium (Rh), are used in the converters. Because of the value of these metals, they are recycled.
Car Catalyst Recycling
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers provide convenient, on-the-spot measurements of automotive catalysts with high precision and accuracy for:
- Rapid identification of worthless monoliths (unloaded or washed-out).
- Fast sorting of catalyst converters of different value levels to recover the precious metals Pt, Rh, and Pd.
- Precise PGM concentration in minutes for price calculation.
Vanta analyzers also provide high-quality results for additional catalyst metals such as titanium (Ti), chromium (Cr), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), nickel (Ni), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), lead (Pb), bismuth (Bi), strontium (Sr), zirconium (Zr), tungsten (W), selenium (Se), and cerium (Ce).
Applications
Vanta™ analyzers provide fast results in a diverse range of applications. Application-specific software features enable operators to get the most out of their analyzers with simplified report creation and traceable results.
Vanta for Car Catalyst Recycling
Vanta™ handheld XRF analyzers provide fast, accurate measurement of the valuable platinum group metals (PGMs) palladium (Pd), platinum (Pt), and rhodium (Rh) found in car catalytic converter material. On-the-spot measurements enable efficient sorting and price evaluation of catalyst scrap throughout the recycling circuit.
Vanta for Environmental Assessments
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for soils and sediment analysis provide fast, accurate environmental remediation and assessment data. Simple to use, Vanta analyzers are rugged for the most demanding field applications.
Vanta for Manufacturing Quality Control/Assurance
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for manufacturing QA/QC provide highly specific material chemistry to quickly and accurately identify pure metals and alloy grades when material accuracy is critical.
Vanta for Mining & Geochemistry
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for mining and geochemistry provide immediate on-site elemental analysis for geochemical exploration, mining grade control, ore processing, and remediation.
Vanta for Scrap Recycling
Vanta handheld XRF devices for recycling and scrap sorting are IP55 or 54-rated, depending on the model, to withstand rain, dirt, and dust and are drop tested using U.S. Department of Defense methods (MIL-STD-810G) to help prevent breakages and maximize uptime in the toughest scrap yards.
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Vanta for PMI
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for PMI provide highly specific material chemistry to quickly and accurately identify alloy grades to help ensure correct alloy installation in critical locations.
Vanta for Regulatory and Safety Screening
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers are used to ensure compliance with RoHS and local or international regulatory laws. Vanta analyzers provide on-the-spot chemical analysis of consumer products to quickly scan for Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr, and Br.
Vanta for Precious Metals Analysis
Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for precious metals provide fast, accurate alloy chemistry and karat classification for identifying gold, platinum, silver, and rhodium in jewelry analysis and car catalyst recycling.
Accessories
The Vanta™ analyzer is our most advanced handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) device. IP certified and drop tested, the robust Vanta XRF analyzer provides you with rapid, accurate element analysis for laboratory-quality results in the field.
Olympus offers a suite of optional accessories that help you maximize the efficiency of your Vanta analyzer in a range of applications.
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Vanta Work Station
The portable Vanta Work Station is battery operated for testing on the go. A fully interlocked lid and 360-degree shielding make it convenient for bagged, prepped, and liquid samples or small objects, including jewelry and circuit boards. In this closed-beam setup, users operate the analyzer using Vanta PC software or the Vanta mobile app.
The portable Vanta Work Station is effective for a variety of applications:
- Geo exploration
- Mining process control
- RoHS/consumer products
- Environmental analysis
The Work Station’s stable platform enables longer test times. It gives you the freedom to start a test in the Work Station and complete other tasks while the Vanta instrument performs the analysis. You can be confident that the sample is stable and its position is reproducible, helping ensure high-quality data and efficient sample throughput.
Easy to Use
- Simply click the Vanta analyzer into place, and release it with the press of a button
- Balanced lid system to prevent slamming
- Easy sample placement—no front wall or lip obstruction
- Control the Vanta analyzer and transfer data wirelessly or via a USB cable
Portable
- Battery or AC powered for benchtop or field use
- Easy to transport and set up
- Chamber and legs separate for easy storage
- Optional carrying case
Designed for Safety
- Fully shielded and interlocked chamber: 107 mm × 178 mm × 179 mm (4.2 in. × 7 in. × 7 in.)
- Radiation warning LEDs are large, clear, and prominent
Small Footprint
- 36.6 mm × 33 mm (14.4 in. × 13 in.)
Other Vanta Accessories
Vanta Holster
Keep your Vanta analyzer safe and secure and within easy reach with the Vanta Holster. The Holster has a strap with a fastener to secure the instrument, MOLLE/PALS webbing for additional attachment options, and brass shielding.
Vanta Transport Case
Rugged, hard-shell case to securely transport your Vanta handheld XRF analyzer.
Vanta Work Station, Probe Shield, Hot Heel, and Weld Mask are not compatible with the Vanta Element XRF analyzer.
Resources
Videos (12)
Vanta Technical Tutorial Video: Barcode Scanner
Geochemical Technical Video Series - Portable XRF - Part 1 - Overview
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Getting Started with Vanta PC Software
Ask the Experts - Recent Developments for Vanta Handheld XRF
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Install Hot Heel and Weld Mask Accessories
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Create a Custom Notes Template
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Export to USB or SD card
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Customize a User Profile with Fleet Manager
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: Test times for Alloy Analysis and SmartSort
Vanta Technical Tutorial Series: How to Set Up a User Profile on the Vanta